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An Innovative Traction-free Drugless Approach to Reduce Anterior Shoulder Dislocation: Axillary Massage Technique
Ayşegül Islek Yuksel1, Abdullah Ortadeveci2, Nalan Kozaci3
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Kahta State Hospital, Adiyaman, Türkiye.
Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open
|February 27, 2025
Summary
A novel shoulder dislocation reduction technique requires no traction, medication, or patient effort, achieving results in seconds with high patient satisfaction. This simple, effective method offers a significant contribution to emergency medicine practices.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- Shoulder dislocation is a frequent emergency department presentation.
- Current reduction methods lack consensus and can be invasive or require significant patient cooperation.
- There is a need for simpler, faster, and more patient-friendly reduction techniques.

